'Office Space': then and now

Got a case of the Mondays (or Tuesdays...or Wednesdays...)? Check out this gallery to see what your favorite worker bees have been up to lately.

By By Andrea Waguespack

on February 18, 2014 6:09 PM

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'Office Space' hits a milestone this week: its 15th birthday. Though there won't be any cake (so Milton won't have to worry about not getting a slice), take a look back at the movie's stars, and see what they're up to now.

Here's a quick recap before we get started. The thesis of "Office Space" is pretty
clear: Work sucks. Our hero, Peter Gibbons (Ron Livingston),
decides minutes into the film that his ideal career is “nothing.” His
being in a permanent hypnotic state may or may not have something to do
with this ... So
Peter sets to work avoiding work and stumbles upon a hack—one he and his
friends ripped off from "Superman 2." But he learns firsthand what a
dangerous weapon hacking can be after accidentally siphoning millions
from his hated employer. less

'Office Space' hits a milestone this week: its 15th birthday. Though there won't be any cake (so Milton won't have to worry about not getting a slice), take a look back at the movie's stars, and see what ... more

These days, Ron Livingston doesn't have to concoct any schemes to keep his bank account in check (thanks in large part to HBO). We've seen him over the years in memorable roles, including HBO's "Band of Brothers," "Sex in the City" (How can we forget the Post-It break up note, ladies?) and most recently in "Boardwalk Empire." He just finished up the war drama "Fort Bliss" and is currently working on "Supreme Ruler." less

These days, Ron Livingston doesn't have to concoct any schemes to keep his bank account in check (thanks in large part to HBO). We've seen him over the years in memorable roles, including HBO's "Band of ... more

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Passive-aggressive Bill Lumbergh, played by Gary Cole, gave bosses everywhere a bad name. Real-life Cole probably isn't that bad. He just finished up filming "The Town That Dreaded Sundown." He also had roles on "Family Guy," "The Good Wife" and "Veep." less

Passive-aggressive Bill Lumbergh, played by Gary Cole, gave bosses everywhere a bad name. Real-life Cole probably isn't that bad. He just finished up filming "The Town That Dreaded Sundown." He also had roles ... more

Though she had trouble with flaring up her uniform, in real life, Aniston is hands-down the biggest success story from the movie. Though she had already made a name for herself on the hit show "Friends," Aniston has kept her momentum in countless films since "Office Space" wrapped. She's currently working on "Horrible Bosses 2." less

Though she had trouble with flaring up her uniform, in real life, Aniston is hands-down the biggest success story from the movie. Though she had already made a name for herself on the hit show "Friends," ... more

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John C. McGinley played Bob Slydell, aka: one of "The Bobs" who had the not-so-sneaky task of figuring out whom to fire. McGinley's kept busy over the years, but his most notable role is that of Dr. Perry Cox on the medical comedy TV show "Scrubs." less

John C. McGinley played Bob Slydell, aka: one of "The Bobs" who had the not-so-sneaky task of figuring out whom to fire. McGinley's kept busy over the years, but his most notable role is that of Dr. Perry Cox ... more

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Paul Willson played Bob Porter, aka: the other half of "The Bobs." Wilson has had roles in the past few years on 'The Mentalist' and 'The Newsroom.' He just finished up his latest TV movie, 'Do It Yourself.'

Paul Willson played Bob Porter, aka: the other half of "The Bobs." Wilson has had roles in the past few years on 'The Mentalist' and 'The Newsroom.' He just finished up his latest TV movie, 'Do It Yourself.'

David Herman, pictured here in 2007, played Michael Bolton, one of Peter Gibbons' partners in crime who had to go through life being asked the dreaded "are you a fan of Michael Bolton?" question. Just like Michael Bolton (the singer) is known for his voice, so is Herman. His post-"Office Space" success includes voice-over work for "The Simpsons," "Family Guy," "Futurama," "Bob's Burgers," "Brickleberry," "King of the Hill" and more. less

David Herman, pictured here in 2007, played Michael Bolton, one of Peter Gibbons' partners in crime who had to go through life being asked the dreaded "are you a fan of Michael Bolton?" question. Just like ... more

Though whatever you do, do NOT confuse him with hairy 90s superstar Michael Bolton.

Though whatever you do, do NOT confuse him with hairy 90s superstar Michael Bolton.

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Ajay Naidu played Samir Nagheenanajar. (Who can forget the "Naga...naga...not gonna work here anymore" line?) Naidu has kept busy in Hollywood, including roles in "Requiem for a Dream" and "The Wrestler." He's slated to play in the upcoming TV comedy "Deadbeat." less

Ajay Naidu played Samir Nagheenanajar. (Who can forget the "Naga...naga...not gonna work here anymore" line?) Naidu has kept busy in Hollywood, including roles in "Requiem for a Dream" and "The Wrestler." He's ... more

Diedrich Bader played Peter Gibbons' neighbor Lawrence. He taught us that paper-thin walls don't have to be a bad thing, especially if your neighbor gives sage, if not wacky, advice. Bader has been insanely busy, most recently wrapping up with the upcoming rom-com "Muffin Top: A Love Story." less

Diedrich Bader played Peter Gibbons' neighbor Lawrence. He taught us that paper-thin walls don't have to be a bad thing, especially if your neighbor gives sage, if not wacky, advice. Bader has been insanely ... more

Stephen Root played Milton, the red stapler-loving fool who kept having to switch from one crummy cubicle to another. Root's kept so busy, we bet he had to give up his preoccupation with office supplies. Most memorable was his reoccurring role on HBO's "Boardwalk Empire." He just finished up playing Judge Mike Reardon on the TV series "Justified." less

Stephen Root played Milton, the red stapler-loving fool who kept having to switch from one crummy cubicle to another. Root's kept so busy, we bet he had to give up his preoccupation with office supplies. Most ... more

Richard Riehle (right) played Tom Smykowski, the co-worker who invented the "Jump to Conclusions" mat and was later smashed into by a drunken driver. Expect to see Riehle's name a lot in the near future: He just wrapped up several projects. less

Richard Riehle (right) played Tom Smykowski, the co-worker who invented the "Jump to Conclusions" mat and was later smashed into by a drunken driver. Expect to see Riehle's name a lot in the near future: He ... more

Comedian Alexandra Wentworth played Anne, Peter Gibbons' cheating girlfriend. Though she's worked on several projects since "Office Space," she's equally as known for her off-screen love interest: husband George Stephanopoulos. less

Comedian Alexandra Wentworth played Anne, Peter Gibbons' cheating girlfriend. Though she's worked on several projects since "Office Space," she's equally as known for her off-screen love interest: husband ... more

Orlando Jones played "recovering drug addict" (notice the quotation marks?) slash door-to-door magazine salesman Steve. Most recently, Jones played on the TV series "Sleepy Hollow." Expect to see his latest project, "The Adventures of Beatle" in the near future. less

Orlando Jones played "recovering drug addict" (notice the quotation marks?) slash door-to-door magazine salesman Steve. Most recently, Jones played on the TV series "Sleepy Hollow." Expect to see his latest ... more

Who could forget Brian, the Chotchkie's waiter (played by Todd Duffey) in all of his flare glory? Since "Office Space," Duffey has played in bit roles (even one on "That 70s Show.") He just finished up his latest project, a video short called "Stay in the Car." Fun fact: According to IMDb, Duffey lived in Houston as a child before moving to Dallas. He did work at our own Alley Theatre in elementary school. less

Who could forget Brian, the Chotchkie's waiter (played by Todd Duffey) in all of his flare glory? Since "Office Space," Duffey has played in bit roles (even one on "That 70s Show.") He just finished up his ... more

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Greg Pitts played the inappropriate storyteller Drew. We've seen him over the years in bit parts on "Weeds," "The Sarah Silverman Program," and "Monk." He just finished up a few projects.

Greg Pitts played the inappropriate storyteller Drew. We've seen him over the years in bit parts on "Weeds," "The Sarah Silverman Program," and "Monk." He just finished up a few projects.

Michael McShane played Dr. Swanson, the raison d'etre for Peter Gibbons' hypnotic state. Though McShane's character dies in this film, his career sure didn't. McShane had a role on the cult classic show "Dr. Who," "Malcolm in the Middle," and "King of the Hill." He just finished up his latest work called "Love in the Time of Monsters." less

Michael McShane played Dr. Swanson, the raison d'etre for Peter Gibbons' hypnotic state. Though McShane's character dies in this film, his career sure didn't. McShane had a role on the cult classic show "Dr. ... more